Southeast should have six states – Former Imo Gov, Achike Udenwa
Former Governor of Imo State, Achike Udenwa, has joined calls for the creation of an additional state in Nigeria’s Southeast region, saying it is necessary to ensure equity and fairness in the country’s political structure. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television on Monday, Udenwa said the Southeast has been at a disadvantage compared to […]
Anioma state, Nnamdi Kanu’s release will bring peace to Southeast – Ned Nwoko
Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, has said that the release of Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), will help restore peace and stability to the Southeast region. The lawmaker also called for the creation of Anioma State, which he believes will help balance the geopolitical structure […]
Benue Rep, Ojotu dumps PDP for APC
A member of the House of Representatives, Ojema Ojotu, representing Apa/Agatu Federal Constituency in Benue State, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). Ojotu, who serves as the Chairman of the House Committee on Inland Waterways, announced his defection on Tuesday through a formal letter addressed […]
PDP Senate Caucus reduces to 27 as Senator Kaila joins APC
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Senate caucus has further reduced to 27 members following the defection of Senator Samaila Dahuwa Kaila from Bauchi North to the All Progressives Congress (APC). His defection was announced on Tuesday during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who read Senator Kaila’s letter on the floor of the upper chamber. […]
ADC warns National Assembly against move to shift 2027 elections to November 2026
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly cautioned the National Assembly against its plan to shift the 2027 general elections to November 2026, warning that such a move could harm Nigeria’s democratic process and disrupt governance. The party argued that the proposal, contained in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2025, would throw the country into […]
2027: NASS Proposes November 2026 For Presidential, Governorship Elections
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the National Assembly is proposing that the presidential and governorship elections be conducted in November 2026, instead of the traditional February or March schedule. This proposal is part of the draft amendments to the Electoral Act 2022, discussed during a public hearing held by the Joint Committee on Electoral […]
Abbas swears in three new House members
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has officially sworn in three newly elected members to the lower chamber of the National Assembly. The brief ceremony took place during plenary at the National Assembly Complex in Abuja. The new lawmakers are replacements for members whose elections were either nullified or who vacated their […]
Choose competence, stay accountable to Nigerians, Akpabio tells senators
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has urged his colleagues in the National Assembly to always put the interest of Nigerians first. He said lawmakers must focus on competence, honesty, and service in carrying out their legislative duties. According to him, the trust placed in them by the people should guide every decision and […]
National Assembly Aides Forum Tears Apart Over Missing Millions
Crisis has reportedly rocked the National Assembly Aides Forum following allegations of missing millions of naira from the group’s funds. The forum, which represents legislative aides serving both the Senate and House of Representatives, is said to be divided over accusations of financial mismanagement and lack of transparency by some of its leaders. Sources revealed […]
North-Central APC Forum Urges Tinubu, NASS To Reject Calls For State Police
The North-Central APC Forum has appealed to President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly to resist growing calls for the creation of state police. The group argued that such a move could be dangerous for Nigeria’s democracy, warning it may give governors unchecked powers that could be abused against political opponents. According to the forum, […]